[kj] Can we brighten this thread, its xmas

[Peter Moltesen]

probably not of any interest unless, like me, you have a fondness for some of the NWOBHM bands from all those years ago, but 
last week in 'the Bull' pub in Brum they had a brew called Angel Witch ale. The badge on the pump featured the picture of Baphomet which graced the front of their (the band, that is) Sweet Danger single - weird...........anyway it made my day

and it was a nice pint too

Peter


----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Steve Hackett 
  To: A list about all things Killing Joke (the band!) 
  Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2005 8:00 PM
  Subject: Re: [kj] Can we brighten this thread, its xmas


  Banks's and Bathams will do me fine oh and some Pedigree and some Fullers....
    ----- Original Message ----- 
    From: GregSlawson at aol.com 
    To: gathering at misera.net 
    Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2005 7:34 PM
    Subject: Re: [kj] Can we brighten this thread, its xmas


    Here's one way to brighten the holiday mood:
    Christmas beers!
    The US is now regarded as the world leader (not just in killing Iraqis) in "micro-brews", and the field is getting more interesting over the past couple of years. Sorry, you British gatherers are stuck with the same old Samuel Smith (and maybe Youngs or Fullers--can't remember) Winter Warmers (not bad, though). Here's a couple of US winter brews that are available nationally:
    1.)Anchor Special Ale (referred to as "Anchor Christmas" by fans)--an amazing spicey, dark brown ale with an aroma of christmas trees (no kidding) and a sweet, syrupy, spicey taste that will both warm you up and remind you of the snow outside. Recipie changes slightly every year, but not by much.
    2.)Sam Adams Winter Lager--not bad, chestnut colored, sort of like an Octoberfest but with a hint of orange and ginger. A little higher in alcohol, too!
    3.)Sierra Nevade Celebration--not my favorite--too much like their Pale Ale, but a bit hoppier. Not what one usually thinks of as Christmas beer, but if you like IPAs, it's ok.

    Check your local microbreweries for winter beers (which tend to be dark, sweet, and higher in alcohol)--especially if you're in CA or the northwest (that's where the best breweries are, outside of northern New England). Most of them are only around until January or December, so don't delay, you drunks! 


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